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Northern Isles: From wild, spectacular scenery to a deep sense of history and a life defined by the sea, the Northern Isles offer a chance to really get away from it all.

Highlands & Western Isles: Dramatic peaks, often capped with snow well into the summer, reflected in serene lochans; along the jagged coastline, a panorama of blue Hebridean islands;all combine to make this a holiday destination you will never forget.

An Gearasdan (The Barracks), An Gearasdan, Glenelg, near Kyle of Lochalsh

An Gearasdan, Glenelg

We are currently offering a 15% discount a week break in May 12th - 19th May 2018. This picture-perfect setting is an excellent choice for two families or a large group of friends. Please note this offer only applies to bookings made after 5th March 2018 and is available for limited time only.

This prize-winning contemporary home is privately owned and lies next to the ruined Hanoverian red-coat barracks that gave it its name. Literally 'the barracks' in Gaelic, An Gearasdan enjoys stunning vistas over Glenelg Bay and the Isle of Skye, and in 2008 was given the RIAS award for 'New Life for an Old Building.'More >

A picture-perfect setting, fresh interior design and centuries of history make this airy comfortable house a peaceful haven to escape to. With plenty of beds it has space enough for two families or a large group of friends.

Accommodation details

2 storey

Sleeps 10 - 4 doubles plus double sofa bed

Cloakroom, utility room

WC

Shower room

Lounge (Sky TV)

Family shower room

En suite bathroom off master bedroom

Upstairs kitchen

Dining table to seat 10

Wood-burning stove with well stocked log shed

Eco-friendly air-source pump heating system

Picnic furniture and wooden verandah

Library of books and family games

EPC Rating: D67

About the areaGlenelg is a relaxed picturesque village, shielded by high mountains and looking out towards the sea. Its seclusion makes it a paradise for rare wildlife. Look out for pine martins and peregrine falcons inland or keep an eye on the sea for a glimpse of otters or minke whales. Glenelg has a good village shop and post office for essentials, and the famous Glenelg Inn serves delicious local produce.

Things to do

Cosy up with a copy of Ring of Brightwater, Gavin Maxwell's book about the otter he brought back from Iraq. Maxwell wrote the book from his cottage at nearby Sandaig. The whole area is still full of the wildlife he loved.

The Balmacara Estate is about an hour's drive away. Here you'll find acres of woodland walks as well as beautifully preserved 18th century farm steadings.

Visit the Iron Age brochs close to the barracks, inland along Gleann Beag. These tall Pictish towers are some of the best preserved in Britain.

Getting thereTake the main road to the Isle of Skye via Kyle of Lochalsh (A87). Turn off for Glenelg at Shiel Bridge. As you come into the village proper, on your right you will see a wooden gate with a sign saying ‘No Entry to Bernera Barracks' - An Gearasdan is just along this track about 100 metres. < Less